Items with tag “Kirk Nieuwenhuis”

November 16, 2010, 9:04AM

As first reported by ESPN New York's Adam Rubin, top Mets prospect Fernando Martinez, did not make his scheduled debut in the Winter League on Sunday. According to Martinez, he had car trouble and should make his debut with the team tonight instead. Nonetheless, 2010 was somewhat of a down year for the oft-injured outfielder. Once again, Martinez was plagued... Full story »

February 10, 2011, 10:16AM

Sometimes you need to ask a question just to double-check an answer you already believe to be true. It's healthy to revisit and review your rules of thumb. If they can withstand the scrutiny, then it provides more evidence about the validity of your previously-reached answer. That's why Carlos Beltran should not take a starting job in center field for... Full story »

April 06, 2012, 3:44PM

Nieuwenhuis is not being called up with unrealistic expectations. The Mets are looking for him to play a solid centerfield and reach base at a decent rate ... anything beyond that is a pleasant surprise. Full story »

April 21, 2012, 9:00AM

April 26, 2012, 4:51PM

Turner provided Met fans with an unforgettable epic at bat. After working the count to 3-2, Turner fouled off eight pitches (all in the strike zone) before drawing the game tying walk on the thirteenth pitch of the battle. Full story »